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Survey: Fees haven't boomed as a result of CARD Act

Dire predictions from credit card issuers that the Credit CARD Act of 2009 reform law would result in higher card fees have not come true, our fee survey shows. More...

PLUS: Find your credit card's fees, Compare secured cards' fees

An insider's look at Debtors Anonymous

If your financial situation has led you to Debtors Anonymous, but you've been too afraid to go to a meeting, we unravel the mystery for you. More...

Blogger Adam Baker revels in life with little debt

Man Vs. Debt's Adam Baker shares his journey from a credit card-driven lifestyle to one in which he and his wife owe almost no one. More...

Don't overexpose kids to money problems

Parents who use money to control their kids or share too much information about financial problems can create lasting damage. More...

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Ways to cut debt on a limited income

'Credit Score Report' expert Jeremy M. Simon
A reader on Social Security wants to improve her debt-to-income ratio in order to qualify for a home loan. Can it be done? More...

How canceled debt can return as a tax bill

'To Her Credit' expert Sally Herigstad
After an unpaid bill was written off in 1998, a reader is socked with a tax bill for $1,392 for the debt. Does she have to pay it? More...

Will card debt hold up my Australian visa?

'Credit Care' expert Kim McGrigg
A reader ran up credit card debt in Australia, left, and now wants to move back. Will the debt jeopardize his return? More...

Rejected: How credit history impacts card approvals

'Opening Credits' expert Erica Sandberg
A student is rejected for new credit due to a limited credit history and wonders what he can do to boost his credit scores further. More...

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Newt's interesting no-interest Tiffany's loan

Can you imagine being wealthy enough to qualify for a no-interest loan from Tiffany's? Just ask Newt Gingrich. More...

Emily's list: Fly for free edition

As the mercury rises in her home state, our blogger dreams of summer vacation. More...

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National Average		14.83%
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Bad Credit		24.96%
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